#1
What is the first step in the ABCDE approach to emergency assessment?
Assess airway
ExplanationEnsure the patient's airway is clear and unobstructed.
#2
Which of the following is NOT a sign of airway obstruction?
Increased breath sounds
ExplanationIncreased breath sounds are not indicative of airway obstruction.
#3
What does the acronym 'FAST' stand for in the context of stroke assessment?
Facial droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call emergency services
ExplanationFAST stands for Facial droop, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, and Time to call emergency services, used in stroke assessment.
#4
What is the recommended initial treatment for severe anaphylaxis?
Intramuscular adrenaline (epinephrine)
ExplanationThe recommended initial treatment for severe anaphylaxis is intramuscular administration of adrenaline (epinephrine).
#5
What does the acronym 'MIST' represent in the context of mass casualty triage?
Minor injuries, Immediate, Stable, Triage
ExplanationMIST represents Minor injuries, Immediate, Stable, and Triage, used in mass casualty triage.
#6
In cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), what is the compression-to-ventilation ratio for adults?
30:2
ExplanationFor adults, the compression-to-ventilation ratio in CPR is 30 compressions to 2 ventilations.
#7
Which of the following is the most common arrhythmia in cardiac arrest?
Ventricular fibrillation
ExplanationVentricular fibrillation is the most common arrhythmia in cardiac arrest.
#8
What is the primary goal of defibrillation in cardiac arrest?
To restore normal heart rhythm
ExplanationThe primary goal of defibrillation in cardiac arrest is to restore a normal heart rhythm.
#9
In the context of emergency medical procedures, what does 'AMPLE' stand for?
Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last meal, Events preceding the injury
ExplanationAMPLE stands for Allergies, Medications, Past medical history, Last meal, and Events preceding the injury, used in patient assessment.
#10
What is the primary purpose of the 'RICE' protocol in the initial management of certain injuries?
Rest, immobilize, cool, elevate
ExplanationThe RICE protocol aims to Rest, Immobilize, Cool, and Elevate injured areas for initial management.
#11
What is the purpose of the Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) in assessing neurological status?
To assess the level of consciousness
ExplanationThe GCS is used to evaluate a patient's level of consciousness.
#12
Which of the following is a key feature of the 'Circulation' component in the ABCDE approach to emergency assessment?
Assessing for signs of shock
ExplanationAssessing for signs of shock is a key aspect of the 'Circulation' component in emergency assessment.
#13
In the context of first aid, what does the acronym 'ABCDE' stand for?
Alertness, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, Exposure
ExplanationABCDE stands for Alertness, Breathing, Circulation, Disability, and Exposure, used in first aid assessment.
#14
What is the primary purpose of using an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) in cardiac arrest?
To restore normal heart rhythm
ExplanationThe primary purpose of an AED in cardiac arrest is to restore a normal heart rhythm.
#15
Which of the following is a key step in the management of a patient with an open fracture?
Immobilizing the injured limb
ExplanationImmobilizing the injured limb is crucial in managing a patient with an open fracture.